Weather in May in Mali
Planning a trip to Mali this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Mali in May?
May in Mali generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. May is a summer month.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Bissau at 34°C to very hot in Timbuktu at 43°C. At night it cools down to 28°C in Timbuktu and 25°C in Bissau. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.For a closer look at conditions across Mali, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tessalit with an average of 1.3 mm to moderate rainfall in Bamako with 32 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Bamako enjoys close to 242 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a more detailed look at Mali's conditions throughout the year, check out our Mali climate page.
Where to go in Mali in May
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Mali, check out our Mali's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Mali?
Bamako
In May Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Mopti
In May Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bissau
In May Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Timbuktu
In May Timbuktu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 43°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kenieba
In May Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Mali.
Is May the best time to visit Mali?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bamako, May may not be the ideal time to visit Mali.
On average, the best time to visit Mali is in January with generally perfect weather in Bamako. In contrast, May, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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